Enlightenment: Beginning as a Disposable Warrior

"Even if Shangguan Ke made it to the top ten by being placed in an empty round, it's still the top ten!"

The county representatives below the stage looked at Shangguan Ke with eyes full of joy and envy. Finally, one of them made it into the top ten in this tournament, preventing an outright defeat.

Zou Ming and Wang Feng, who had been highly expected by the crowd earlier, now looked displeased, having quickly lost in the third round.

Zou Ming faced a disciple of the Tao Family. Upon recognizing Zou Ming, the Tao disciple blamed him for matters related to Shangguan Ke, resulting in Zou Ming's swift defeat.

As for Wang Feng, his luck was also unfavorable, directly encountering Song Shuyue, the strongest from the County Mansion representing minor factions, a seed competitor for victory.

"Being placed in an empty round... Shangguan Ke has such good luck. The strongest she encountered was only Tao Feng in the first round."

"If we had her luck, we wouldn't necessarily be any worse than her."

Zou Ming and Wang Feng glanced at each other, seeing in each other's eyes the resentment and envy. They believed their strength not inferior to Shangguan Ke, yet she entered the top ten due to being placed in the empty round.

Even if she loses the next match, this tournament will surely enhance her reputation.

At the same time, the Li Family's luck on the stage was also not very favorable. Out of the five remaining disciples from the Li Family, they faced each other in two matches.

"East ring, number fifteen forfeits."

In the matches where Li Family members faced each other, one voluntarily forfeited, choosing not to deplete a fellow clan member's Qi Power, acknowledging their weaker strength and preserving the Qi Power for the stronger party.

Su Mu saw all this and nodded secretly.

The third round of the minor competition quickly ended.

Gu Dongcheng again took the central stage. The upcoming matches would occur on the central stage, as he surveyed the audience and spoke loudly.

"Quiet, everyone. Next is the ranking battle for the top ten in the minor competition. The victor should remain humble and showcase Donglai's grandeur, while the defeated should not be discouraged, as winning and losing are common... Now, the top ten will come forward one by one for the draw!"

The draw results were soon announced, Shangguan Ke drawing number ten, with her opponent being number one, Song Shuyue.

"It's Song Shuyue!"

"Alas, Shangguan Ke is going to lose. If it were another person, there might be a slim chance, but it's unfortunately Song Shuyue."

"Haha, it's Song Shuyue. Her good fortune ends here."

Some rejoiced, others despaired.

Shangguan Ke was now the sole representative among the county competitors, prompting many to shake their heads and sigh at this draw result. As for Zou Ming and Wang Feng, who had already lost earlier, they secretly rejoiced.

Shangguan Ke herself showed little emotion, only feeling a ripple in her heart upon hearing her opponent was Song Shuyue, knowing her strength only reached this point.

"To be able to compete against one of the strongest in the minor competition, Song Shuyue, in the end... is not a wasted trip."

With this thought, Shangguan Ke was rather delighted. The top ten was already an excellent result for her, and competing against a formidable opponent in the final match was understandably thrilling.

"Ranking battle, first match, number ten Shangguan Ke versus number one Song Shuyue!"

The two ascended the stage, with cheers booming from Song Shuyue's side.

The tournament had reached the top ten ranking battles, with ninety percent of the minor competition participants already eliminated, essentially taking a walk onto the stage. Upon losing, they naturally became spectators of the major competition.

Thus, as the subsequent matches unfold, more spectators would gather. Strong competitors naturally attract more onlookers and applause, something the major powers in Donglai are pleased to see.

These talented representatives who lost will carry today's major tournament experiences back, effectively promoting and expanding the influence of Donglai throughout, embedding it deeper into people's hearts.

"Canglan North County, Donglin County, Shangguan Family, Shangguan Ke, please show your skill."

Knowing it was the final battle, Shangguan Ke introduced herself comprehensively after saluting upon her stage appearance.

"Song Family, Song Shuyue!"

Song Shuyue also bowed with a salute and gave her introduction, then stood still, waiting for Shangguan Ke to take action, not out of arrogance but because Song Shuyue truly possessed that level of strength.

"Be careful."

Taking a deep breath, Shangguan Ke suddenly drew her saber, with the blade's roar, the Fire Attribute Spiritual Qi enveloping the lands, transforming into a scorching Power infused into the Long Saber. The ambient air instantly warped, and the field's temperature surged!

Crimson Flame Saber Technique!

Shangguan Ke's Qi Blood erupted around her, transforming into a Qi Blood Dragon Armor. She began with all her might, springing forward like an arrow unleashed, turning into a red arrow.

"Whoosh—!"

The Long Saber in her hand sliced with crimson blade beams, as Song Shuyue's hand flickered with Spiritual Light, deploying a small blue dragon-patterned flag. With one wave, a wild wind whipped up the stage.

The roaring wind condensed a blue Wind Dragon, clawing ferociously at the advancing Shangguan Ke.

As the Wind Dragon was about to collide with the saber beams, Shangguan Ke tightened her right grip on the saber handle, with the Long Saber suddenly emanating a touch of heaviness.

Blazing Slash!

Contrary to the expected easily defeated scenario, the first confrontation saw the Blue Wind Dragon of Song Shuyue dissolve unexpectedly.

Amidst wails, the Wind Dragon's body convulsed, then exploded into fragments.

"How is this possible?!"

Below the stage, Zou Ming and Wang Feng, waiting for Shangguan Ke to lose, showed disbelief, for Shangguan Ke was instead prevailing.

"Could it be that her earlier victory over Tao Feng wasn't merely a stroke of luck?!"

The participants below the stage were abuzz with discussion.

From the VIP seats, numerous astonished gazes fell upon Shangguan Ke, as it was the first time these prominent figures regarded her seriously.

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